Stories by Matthew Harris

  • HOW NFL ARKANSANS FARED

    ACTIVE ROSTER NAME (CONNECTION) TEAM POS. HT WT JOE ADAMS (Arkansas/CAC) Carolina WR 5-11 181 WEEK 1 vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers Played and returned 3 punts for 2…

    by Matthew Harris September 10, 2012

  • Rally lifts ASU over Memphis

    Arkansas State running back David Oku’s nerves were on edge when Memphis kicker Paulo Henriques lined up a 25-yard field goal early in the fourth quarter.

    by Matthew Harris September 9, 2012

  • Red Wolves eye victory, recruits

    Arkansas State’s 49-3 bludgeoning of Memphis last season served a larger purpose than regional bragging rights.

    by Matthew Harris September 8, 2012

  • Upgrades ‘jack up’ Malzahn

    Arkansas State Coach Gus Malzahn’s voice carried a little more enthusiasm Thursday.

    by Matthew Harris September 7, 2012

  • ASU receives lift from Jarboe’s play

    A quick throw to the right flat, a jagged cut and a bruising block from fellow receiver Allen Muse ended a year-long drought for senior Josh Jarboe.

    by Matthew Harris September 7, 2012

  • Second thoughts

    Numbers games lead to trouble A glimpse at Joel Dreessen’s biography would quickly nullify any thought you’d have of him being a thug.

    by Matthew Harris September 7, 2012

  • Arkansas State to unveil plans for facility

    Arkansas State will unveil plans today for a “major football facility,” according to the school. The school has plans for a roughly $22 million indoor practice…

    by Matthew Harris September 5, 2012

  • Floored by fast 50

    Arkansas State defender Kyle Coleman wrapped his arms around Byron Marshall and dug his cleats into the Autzen Stadium turf as he tried to stave off another Or…

    by Matthew Harris September 3, 2012

  • Wolves face Ducks’ simplicity

    Deciphering the intricacies of Oregon’s Spread option attack might start watching 10 seconds of film from the Ducks’ victory last season against California.

    by Matthew Harris September 1, 2012

  • Central subdues Catholic

    Drenched and loud, the Little Rock Central crowd staked a claim as the Tigers lifted the Principals’ Trophy aloft after a 24-10 victory Friday night at War Mem…

    by Matthew Harris September 1, 2012

  • 8 apply for ASU position

    A deputy athletic director at Kent State, an ousted athletic director from Florida Atlantic and an Arkansas State graduate in charge of marketing and fundraisi…

    by Matthew Harris August 29, 2012

  • Shepard a pain for Monticello

    McGehee running back David Shepard battled cramps throughout the game but still rushed for 109 yards on nine carries to lead the Class 3A Owls to a 12-0 victor…

    by Matthew Harris August 29, 2012

  • Malzahn dismisses WR Lucas

    Sophomore wide receiver Earl Lucas was dismissed from the Arkansas State football team Sunday, the same day he was arrested on misdemeanor domestic battery cha…

    by Matthew Harris August 27, 2012

  • Red Wolves track Ducks’ dos, don’ts

    Arkansas State reserve defensive end Chris Stone was hunched over, arms extended and legs angled, his body in the form of a triangle on the ASU Stadium turf.

    by Matthew Harris August 27, 2012

  • ASU QB absorbing Malzahn's methods

    Ryan Aplin settled into his quarters at the Manning Passing Academy just before the arrival of roommate.

    by Matthew Harris August 26, 2012

  • Veteran Young aids secondary

    A day before facing Florida International last season, Sterling Young didn’t appear to have a shot to be Arkansas State’s starting free safety.

    by Matthew Harris August 25, 2012

  • ASU’s Malzahn suspends receiver

    One week before its season opener, Arkansas State suspended sophomore wide receiver Tres Houston on Friday for violating a team rule, the program said in a rel…

    by Matthew Harris August 25, 2012

  • Second thoughts

    Jury still out on Clemens It’s been several seasons since pitcher Roger Clemens took the mound for a major-league baseball franchise, but he doesn’t change his…

    by Matthew Harris August 24, 2012

  • Second thoughts

    Kobe love shown by domination You’d think after an NBA season with a condensed 66-game schedule and eight games in the Olympics, Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe …

    by Matthew Harris August 21, 2012

  • Top unit set, ASU still pondering line

    For roughly 10 seconds during a recent Arkansas State practice, J.B. Grimes pointed his index finger and directed his ire toward a patch of turf at ASU Stadium.

    by Matthew Harris August 20, 2012

  • QB competition heats up

    Two weeks into fall camp, the three candidates vying for the backup spot behind Arkansas State senior starter quarterback Ryan Aplin give the Red Wolves some o…

    by Matthew Harris August 18, 2012

  • Sun Belt coaches laying down roots

    Seated at a table with an array of recorders taping every word, Arkansas State Coach Gus Malzahn f ielded the same question three times at Sun Belt Conference …

    by Matthew Harris August 16, 2012

  • Media atwitter on Dyer move

    If Michael Dyer is heading to Prairie View A&M, it’s news to his legal guardian and Prairie View’s coach.

    by Matthew Harris August 15, 2012

  • Oku finds place to restart career

    In late spring, David Oku’s daily routine ran counter to expectations of a touted running back prospect who signed with an SEC program.

    by Matthew Harris August 14, 2012

  • Second thoughts

    Aussies hit wrong tune in the pool Television viewers hungry for live Olympic coverage the past two weeks were treated to large doses of water polo, volleyball…

    by Matthew Harris August 13, 2012

  • Malzahn, Wolves rushing for tempo

    On the eighth snap of a scrimmage that went on for almost 100 plays, Arkansas State quarterback Ryan Aplin hit wide receiver Josh Jarboe with a 13-yard touchdo…

    by Matthew Harris August 9, 2012

  • ASU reassigns athletic director

    Arkansas State has reassigned Athletic Director Dean Lee to the administrative wing overseeing fundraising for the Jonesboro-based campus, the school announced…

    by Matthew Harris August 8, 2012

  • Wilson takes control early, tops Benton

    Nick Wilson’s place in the Arkansas State Golf Association Match Play Championship came down to a fourman playoff earlier this week for the final three spots i…

    by Matthew Harris August 5, 2012

  • Nichols makes semifinal despite challenging draw

    It didn’t take long for Little Rock’s Joey Nichols to assess that being the No. 5 seed in a 16-man bracket doesn’t come with any guarantee of success.

    by Matthew Harris August 4, 2012

  • Green endures Cook, heat to win

    Tyler Green’s flushed face showed little enthusiasm Thursday after he watched a 25-foot putt curl into the cup for a 4-up lead at the turn during the final rou…

    by Matthew Harris July 27, 2012

  • Bear Den ‘holds own as course’

    Southern Golf Association officials praised Chenal Country Club’s performance as a first-time host of the Southern Amateur Championship, even as they stood swe…

    by Matthew Harris July 24, 2012

  • Finally, that’s a winner

    Peter Williamson said he had a good feeling as he watched his 25-foot birdie putt roll toward the cup on the third playoff hole Saturday in the final round of …

    by Matthew Harris July 22, 2012

  • Heated competition

    Bobby Wyatt loomed within three shots of the lead during the first two rounds of the Southern Amateur Championship at Chenal Country Club.

    by Matthew Harris July 21, 2012

  • Good break

    Questions about the foot long scars running along Brad Schneider’s left leg came after he walked off the course at the end of the first round of the Southern A…

    by Matthew Harris July 20, 2012

  • Hurst, 17, even-keeled, even par

    Ten minutes before stepping onto the 10th tee, Conley Hurst pulled a fresh peanut butter and jelly sandwich from a plastic bag and took a large chomp.

    by Matthew Harris July 19, 2012

  • Leaders beat heat, tie for top

    Oliver Schniederjans faced a dilemma ahead of Wednesday’s opening round of the Southern Amateur: Trek to Little Rock or head to upstate New York for the Porter…

    by Matthew Harris July 19, 2012

  • ASU relegated to 2, eyes No. 1

    Arkansas State quarterback Ryan Aplin issued a matter of-fact response to media when asked about the Red Wolves being picked second in the Sun Belt Conference.

    by Matthew Harris July 17, 2012

  • Bear Den greensman meticulous in regimen

    Not surprisingly, Bear Den course Superintendent Jed Spencer was excited when it was announced five months ago that the prestigious Southern Amateur Championsh…

    by Matthew Harris July 14, 2012

  • Second thoughts

    Congress: U.S. attire a real dud When not debating whether to repeal health care reform, Congress wiles away its days debating other important policy matters.

    by Matthew Harris July 13, 2012

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